Study for a Border Design
Charles Sprague Pearce, 1890/1897
- Artiste
- Charles Sprague Pearce
- Datation
- 1890/1897
- Catégorie
- Dessin
- Technique
- gouache, gold paint, and graphite on blue wove paper
- Dimensions
- sheet (irregular): 34,9 × 12,7 cm
- Collection
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licence
- Domaine public, CC0
Description de l’image
The image shows an abstract design with a central vertical line and symmetrical, curved leaf-like shapes on each side. Alongside this pattern is a series of small, repetitive wave-like curls forming a border. The abstract shapes resemble stylized branches, evoking natural elements like leaves and vines. The designs are set against a soft blue background.